DENVER SPECIAL EVENTS NOISE FACT SHEET · 2017. 11. 6. · Special events are bound by the noise...
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ALLOWABLE NOISE LEVELS Mechanical sound and amplified sound (live entertainment and in-house audio systems) are regulated to 55 decibels dB(A) between the hours of 7 a.m. and 10 p.m., and 50 dB(A) after 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. at residential properties. Events that are open to the general public, have a permit for street closure or occupancy, and have a license to serve food, beverage, or liquor may be eligible for an exempted event status. Noise from exempted events is limited to: • 80 dB(A) from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. • 50 dB(A) from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. • 55 dB(A) from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. All sound is measured from the closest residential property. BEFORE THE EVENT DDPHE does not issue noise permits, but specific event information is beneficial to facilitate compliance with the noise ordinance and to avoid fines. This includes detailed site maps that clearly show stage location, speaker location, generator or any other mechanical noise source location, and closest residential property locations for all four sides of the event. Organizers should show the location of all stages, speakers, generators, and any other mechanical noise source, as well as setup, teardown, rehearsal, and planned sound check times. When planning an event, consider the impact that noise generated may have on nearby residents. Site location and the type and position of potential noise sources should be considered. Organizers should consider all potential noise sources, including music, speakers, generators, public address systems, etc. If there are residential properties close to the site, organizers must take steps to reduce the impact. For example, speakers should be facing away from residences. DENVER SPECIAL EVENTS NOISE FACT SHEET Special events are bound by the noise standards set by the Denver Revised Municipal Code, Chapter 36, enforced by Denver’s Department of Public Health & Environment (DDPHE). All special events in Denver featuring amplified sound must comply with the Denver Noise Ordinance. To find out if your event qualifies for a noise exemption, contact us at [email protected]
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ALLOWABLE NOISE LEVELSMechanical sound and amplified sound (live entertainment and in-house audio systems) are regulated to 55 decibels dB(A) between the hours of 7 a.m. and 10 p.m., and 50 dB(A) after 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. at residential properties.
Events that are open to the general public, have a permit for street closure or occupancy, and have a license to serve food, beverage, or liquor may be eligible for an exempted event status.
Noise from exempted events is limited to:
• 80 dB(A) from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• 50 dB(A) from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• 55 dB(A) from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.
All sound is measured from the closest residential property.
BEFORE THE EVENTDDPHE does not issue noise permits, but specific event information is beneficial to facilitate compliance with the noise ordinance and to avoid fines.
This includes detailed site maps that clearly show stage location, speaker location, generator or any other mechanical noise source location, and closest residential property locations for all four sides of the event.
Organizers should show the location of all stages, speakers, generators, and any other mechanical noise source, as well as setup, teardown, rehearsal, and planned sound check times.
When planning an event, consider the impact that noise generated may have on nearby residents. Site location and the type and position of potential noise sources should be considered. Organizers should consider all potential noise sources, including music, speakers, generators, public address systems, etc. If there are residential properties close to the site, organizers must take steps to reduce the impact. For example, speakers should be facing away from residences.
D E N V E R S P E C I A L E V E N T S
NOISE FACT SHEET
Special events are bound by the noise standards set by the Denver Revised Municipal Code, Chapter 36, enforced by Denver’s Department of Public Health & Environment (DDPHE). All special events in Denver featuring amplified sound must comply with the Denver Noise Ordinance.
To find out if your event qualifies for a noise exemption, contact us at [email protected]
DURING THE EVENTDDPHE investigators may monitor the event to ensure there are no unreasonable disturbances, and compliance with the ordinance is being maintained. The event organizer is responsible for having noise levels monitored and maintaining compliance. If an event does not comply, a DDPHE investigator may issue a written warning or order to bring the event into compliance. Failure to comply may result in administrative citations or summons to court. The event organizer or designated person in charge shall have full control over the sound amplification equipment. It is imperative that all staff (including individual sound engineers) involved with the sound system are informed of the sound level limits and that any instructions from DDPHE regarding sound levels are complied with. DDPHE must have unrestricted access to the front of house position and backstage areas for sound level measurements, communications with the event organizer and/or sound engineer.
HOW ORGANIZERS CAN MONITOR EVENT NOISE LEVELSTo monitor event noise level, organizers can rent or purchase a Type I or Type II sound level meter. An acoustical consultant or professional can be hired to monitor the event. Noise ordinance violations in the City and County of Denver could lead to fines up to $999 per day.
For additional information on the noise program and fine schedule, please contact us at [email protected]
A list of events happening in the City and County of Denver is available at denvergov.org/specialevents.
To file a complaint about a special event, please call 311.
